At Javery Integrative Wellness Services (JIWS), we're proud to introduce our specialized perinatal therapy services designed specifically to support Black mothers and families throughout their reproductive journeys. From preconception through postpartum, our culturally responsive care addresses the unique challenges Black women face during this transformative life stage.

Understanding Perinatal Mental Health in the Black Community

The perinatal period—spanning pregnancy, birth, and the first year postpartum—is a time of significant physical, emotional, and social change. For Black women, this journey often includes navigating additional challenges:

• Higher rates of maternal health complications and disparities in healthcare

• Cultural expectations around strength and motherhood

• Historical trauma and ongoing systemic barriers to quality maternal care

• Limited access to culturally responsive mental health support

• Balancing cultural traditions with personal preferences for birth and parenting

Our perinatal therapy services acknowledge these realities while providing specialized support to help you navigate this journey with confidence, dignity, and joy.

Comprehensive Perinatal Mental Health Services

Preconception Support

Beginning your family-building journey with intentionality and emotional preparation:

• Processing complex emotions around family planning

• Navigating fertility concerns and treatments

• Addressing anxiety related to pregnancy after previous loss

• Building resilience for the journey ahead

• Creating a support network and birth team that understands your needs

• Preparing your relationship for the transition to parenthood

Pregnancy Support

Nurturing your mental and emotional wellbeing throughout pregnancy:

• Managing pregnancy anxiety and mood changes

• Processing reactions to physical changes and medical interventions

• Developing coping strategies for birth preparation

• Navigating family dynamics and changing relationships

• Creating meaningful rituals to celebrate your pregnancy journey

• Addressing fears related to racial disparities in maternal healthcare

• Building confidence in advocating for yourself within medical systems

Birth Trauma Processing and Prevention

Supporting you before and after birth to process difficult experiences:

• Preparing mentally and emotionally for birth with trauma-informed approaches

• Processing previous birth experiences that were difficult or traumatic

• Developing customized coping strategies for labor and delivery

• Working through unexpected birth outcomes or interventions

• Building strategies to advocate for respectful, dignified care

• Integrating your birth story into your identity as a mother

Postpartum Mental Health Care

Providing specialized support during the challenging postpartum period:

• Screening and treatment for postpartum depression and anxiety

• Support for postpartum identity changes and role transitions

• Processing difficult birth experiences and physical recovery

• Navigating new family dynamics and relationship changes

• Building sustainable self-care practices for new motherhood

• Addressing sleep deprivation and its impact on mental health

• Supporting the transition back to work or career changes

Reproductive Trauma and Loss Support

Compassionate care for those experiencing pregnancy or infant loss:

• Grief support following miscarriage, stillbirth, or infant loss

• Processing trauma from emergency interventions or NICU stays

• Support through difficult diagnoses or health complications

• Honoring cultural traditions around grief and loss

• Creating meaningful rituals to acknowledge your loss

• Building resilience for future family-building decisions

Our Culturally Responsive Approach to Perinatal Care

At JIWS, we understand that Black mothers have unique needs during the perinatal period. Our approach:

• Honors cultural strengths and traditions around birth and motherhood

• Acknowledges the impact of intergenerational patterns on your parenting journey

• Provides advocacy strategies for navigating healthcare systems

• Connects you with culturally responsive community resources

• Incorporates traditional healing practices alongside evidence-based therapy

• Creates space to process the complexity of bringing Black children into today's world

Specialized Services for Black Families

For Expectant and New Mothers

Individual therapy focused on your personal journey:

• Addressing anxiety, depression, and other mood concerns

• Building confidence in your mothering instincts

• Processing identity shifts and body changes

• Developing self-advocacy skills for medical settings

• Creating sustainable self-care practices

For Partners and Co-Parents

Supporting partners through the transition to parenthood:

• Processing changing relationship dynamics

• Building co-parenting communication skills

• Managing expectations and adjustment to family life

• Supporting a partner through perinatal mood challenges

• Finding your parenting style and voice

For Growing Families

Couples therapy to strengthen your relationship during this transition:

• Maintaining connection through pregnancy and postpartum

• Navigating differing parenting philosophies and family traditions

• Addressing intimacy changes during pregnancy and after birth

• Building communication skills for the challenges of new parenthood

• Creating new family rituals and traditions

Why Choose JIWS for Perinatal Mental Health Support

Our practice offers:

1. Specialized training in perinatal mental health and birth trauma

2. Cultural understanding of Black birthing experiences and traditions

3. Holistic approach that addresses mind, body, and spirit connections

4. Collaborative care with your birth team, doula, midwife, or physician

5. Flexible scheduling including telehealth options for new parents

6. Comprehensive resources for additional community support

Our Therapy Methods

We utilize evidence-based approaches specifically adapted for perinatal concerns:

• Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT) for perinatal mood disorders

• Trauma-focused therapies for birth trauma processing

• Mindfulness and somatic approaches for anxiety management

• Narrative therapy to integrate birth stories and maternal identity

• Attachment-focused work to support parent-child bonding

When to Seek Perinatal Mental Health Support

Consider reaching out if you're experiencing:

• Persistent feelings of sadness, worry, or irritability

• Intrusive thoughts about harm coming to your baby

• Difficulty bonding with your baby

• Overwhelming anxiety about your baby's health or safety

• Flashbacks or nightmares about your birth experience

• Significant relationship stress during pregnancy or postpartum

• Grief related to pregnancy or infant loss

• Difficulty adjusting to motherhood or parenting

Getting Started with Perinatal Therapy

Beginning therapy at JIWS is simple:

1. Schedule a free consultation call to discuss your needs

2. Complete our convenient online intake forms

3. Meet with your specialized perinatal therapist to develop a care plan

4. Begin your journey with regular sessions tailored to your schedule and needs

Investment in Your Maternal Mental Health

We believe in making maternal mental health support accessible:

• Individual therapy sessions range from $100-$125

• Couples therapy sessions range from $125-$150

• Insurance options may be available

• Flexible scheduling including evening appointments and telehealth

Take the First Step Today

Your maternal mental health matters—not just for you, but for your family. Contact JIWS today to schedule your free consultation and learn how our perinatal therapy services can support your journey to motherhood.

Ready to begin? Email us at info@javerywellness.com or complete our online consultation request form.

JIWS is committed to improving Black maternal mental health outcomes through culturally responsive perinatal therapy services in Atlanta and surrounding areas.